Buffalo Bore 8B20 Lever Gun .45-70 Government 405 gr 20/Box

Buffalo Bore offers a .45-70 ammunition that is externally identical to SAAMI spec .45-70 ammo, but internally it generates far more power and pressure. It will fit into any .45-70 firearm, but is not safe in every .45-70 firearm. Its use should be limited to the following firearms: all Marlin 1895 iterations made since 1972, all Browning 1885 and 1886 copies, Rossi Rio Grande, New England Arms Handi Rifle, T/C Encore, all falling block actions made of modern steel such as Ruger #1 and #3, Shiloh, Christian and Persoli Sharps, all Winchester 1886 iterations made since 1915 and all Siamese Mauser bolt actions.

Key Specifications

• The manufacturer is Buffalo Bore Ammunition.
• The cartridge is specified as .45-70 Government.
• The bullet weight is 405 gr.
• The bullet design is Semi-Jacketed Flat Point.
• There are 20 units per box.
• There are 12 boxes per case.
• The cartridge uses a Brass case material.
• The listed muzzle velocity is 2000 fps.
• The listed muzzle energy is 3597 ft lbs.
• The intended application is Target Shooting.

This load provides a heavy-for-caliber performance package intended for use in appropriate modern strong-actions and specified classic lever and falling-block rifles. When used in compatible firearms, it delivers controlled, high-energy performance suitable for precision target work and load-specific applications where a 405‑grain projectile is desired. Choose this ammunition when you require a robust, heavy-bullet .45-70 option for firearms rated to handle elevated pressures and power levels.